2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Audi S6
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Audi S6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Audi S6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GT | S6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |